It's been 47 years since Elton John scored another number one hit with his song Philadelphia Freedom.But on Friday, the song had an extra special place in his heart and fans when he performed it during his band's stop at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, as part of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour.The legendary singer-songwriter looked to be in fine form, full of enthusiasm and excitement, while belting out his greatest hitsfor the crowd of more than 40,000 fans at the home of the Philadelphia Phillies baseball team.The tour - which kicked off in the U.S.
in Allentown, Pennsylvaniaback in September 2018 - has endured several postponements due tothe COVID-19 pandemic and, at times, John's health.
Elton John, 75, brought his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour toCitizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, which set up a very special rendition of his hit song Philadelphia Freedom John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight), 75, and his band kicked into the set opener, Bennie And The Jets with a big beaming smile on his face.On this night, e was decked out in a white tuxedo blazer with black lapels and a floral embroidery and black pants.
And in keeping with his trademark look, he hit the stage wearing purple-tinted, large-frame glasses that matched the floral design on the front.For the most part, Johnspent much of the show behind the piano singing, but he did make a point of making his way around the stage though the show.
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